UMB Resources
Leverage the University of Maryland, Baltimore’s Research Enterprise
UMB is a major academic medical center, conducting more than $660 million in biomedical research each year. The University’s centers and institutes are conducting cutting-edge research in areas such as human virology, genome sciences, vascular and inflammatory diseases, stem cell biology and regenerative medicine, nanomedicine and cellular delivery, oncology, trauma, and neuroscience.
The BioPark facilitates access to everything the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) has to offer. The University’s core labs and facilities place state-of-the-art technologies and high-tech instrumentation at your doorstep, while our leading scientists can partner with you to advance your research and development goals. A robust portfolio of technologies ripe for commercialization and resources to support your company’s research and development work can also support your growth.
Contact Mary Morris for more information or introductions.
Research and Collaboration
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Core Labs and Facilities
UMB’s Center for Innovative Biomedical Resources offers state-of-the-art technologies, high-tech instrumentation, and expertise to support biomedical research, clinical practice, and health care. Dedicated staff can support experimental design, data analysis and interpretation, and provide training opportunities. For more information about accessing UMB’s Cores and facilities, contact Nicholas Ambulos, PhD.
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BIORESCO
Through UMB’s Biomedical Research Supply Core (BIORESCO), BioPark companies can purchase products from more than 40 vendors at the lowest possible prices with no shipping and handling charges, and many available for same-day delivery. Customers can search over 5 million discounted products, and place orders via Punchout. If you have questions or need assistance, please email Sanjay Uchil.
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Clinical Trials and Sponsored Research
UMB’s Office of Clinical Trials and Corporate Contracts facilitates corporate-sponsored clinical trials and research between for-profit partners and UMB’s diverse pool of experienced faculty researchers. UMB offers access to some of the most advanced equipment and facilities of any academic medical center in the world. To learn more about working with UMB, contact Mike Rollor.
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On-Site Contract Research Organizations
Companies located in the BioPark offer a range of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities. For a list of companies and contact information, please visit our company page.
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Health Sciences and Human Services Library
UMB’s Health Sciences and Human Services Library (HS/HSL) offers digital access to hundreds of scientific journals and librarians are available to support research needs. Visit the HS/HSL website for more information, including a list of journal and database subscriptions, or to search the collections. For questions, please contact Claire Murphy.
Business Development
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UM Ventures, Baltimore
UM Ventures, Baltimore manages technology commercialization, licensing, industry collaborations, and entrepreneurial activities for UMB. The University’s robust portfolio of technologies includes devices, therapeutics, vaccines, digital healthcare, nanotechnology, diagnostics, and research tools. To learn more, contact Phil Robilotto, DO, MBA.
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Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurship Clinic
Through the Francis King Carey School of Law Intellectual Property Law and Entrepreneurship Clinic (IPEC), student attorneys offer pro bono legal services to small businesses and entrepreneurs in intellectual property (IP) matters and assist them in building various aspects of an IP portfolio. Companies interested in receiving assistance should contact IPEC at [email protected].
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Marketing and Communications
UMB’s economic development team supports marketing and communication needs for BioPark companies, includes companies in BioPark marketing efforts, and identifies strategic opportunities with partner organizations. To talk about how we can support your company, contact Claire Murphy.